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June 19, 2007
Retro Ribs
The Retro Rib Socks are done.
I do so enjoy finishing a project. In fact, it makes me almost giddy. I know, I'm easily amused. These socks are for my brother and I really hope he likes them.
Project Details:
Yarn: Trekking XXL in Color 02. The yarn has been in my stash for over a year and I originally bought it with the thought of knitting socks for my brother. There's something satisfying in having that plan come to fruition.
Pattern: Retro Rib Socks by Evelyn Clark from Favorite Socks - 25 Timeless Designs from Interweave
Needles: 2.5mm Addi Natura dpns - 6" of course.
Thoughts: I love everything about these socks. This is the first time I've knit with Trekking and now I understand the fuss. It's good yarn. The pattern is simple, but has just enough going on to keep it interesting. The socks knit up extremely quickly, which is always a bonus - especially considering my recent dry spell. I really hope my brother likes these socks, but I think he will. So, a definite winner all the way around.
I've started some new socks with the Piece of Beauty yarn I just got.
This is awesome yarn. I've knit about 3 inches and I love it. I'll take pictures tomorrow when the pattern has developed a little more and there's more to look at. I seem to be on a sock kick right now, but at least I'm feeling productive.
And on a completely unrelated topic - my craft room organization got a mention on Craft Critique.
Comments
I like Trekking, too! Those are great socks....your brother will love them!
Posted by: Marcia Cooke at June 19, 2007 7:51 PM
They look wonderful! I'm sure your brother will love them!
Posted by: Zarah at June 19, 2007 9:00 PM
Trekking is great for hardwearing socks, with plenty of yardage to fit those man-sized feet. The socks look great. I may try that pattern on socks for my hubby. Very nice job and I'm sure your brother will love them!
Posted by: Wanda at June 19, 2007 9:45 PM
These are super socks! I love the color, it's a perfect blue. Mind if I link to these?
Posted by: Faith at June 19, 2007 9:54 PM
They look great, and that is my next sock pattern in queue. Mine will be for my dad. It is a really man-friendly pattern. I think my husband secretly wants some too.
Posted by: Katherine at June 19, 2007 10:48 PM
yeah! they look great! i really need to get my hands on some trekking so i can try it out. (hmmm, plan for the day? ;-))
the piece of beauty is gorgeous. drool.
Posted by: kris at June 20, 2007 12:39 AM
Great socks!
Posted by: jessie at June 20, 2007 4:23 AM
Your brother will love them because they are AWESOME! :)
Posted by: Lolly at June 20, 2007 7:32 AM
Wonderful! I loved knitting that pattern too.
Posted by: Leanne at June 20, 2007 8:17 AM
Oh, I love your bedding. It has such nice texture. :)
Posted by: Kelli at June 20, 2007 8:45 AM
Gorgeous new socks. May your brother wear them til they are threadbare. And I just love the color of the new yarn.
Posted by: diana at June 20, 2007 10:14 AM
Your craft room is a thing of beauty (as are these socks!)
Posted by: Sulafaye at June 20, 2007 1:45 PM
really nice...your brother will love them! i am also loving your bedding...your bed looks like a picture from a design magazine!
Posted by: kaetlyn at June 20, 2007 2:59 PM
I am sure that your brother will love them. I can't wait to see what you are working on next! PS - how is Butterfly? Ack, not like I am any better with some of my WIPs.
Posted by: Knittripps at June 20, 2007 8:27 PM
Great socks! And the yarn is to drool over. :)
Posted by: Romi at June 20, 2007 8:57 PM
Beautiful socks! I do enjoy the Retro Rib pattern--it's so easy to memorize, but it looks striking and subtle at the same time.
And I agree with kaetlyn--your bed looks fabulous! Where did you that nice quilty coverlet?
Posted by: seedless grape at June 21, 2007 4:50 PM
congrats on the mention! your brother should love those socks - they are great!
Posted by: stacey at June 25, 2007 11:01 AM
